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The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that's twice the size of any other audio company - almost three times the size of the largest TV network - and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. And we were just recognized as one of the Top Media Sales Organizations by The Myers Report!

In fact, iHeart has: More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;

• We're the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;

• iHeart is the home of many of the country's most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;

• We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;

• iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;

• Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and

• We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we're able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.

Because we reach almost every community in America, we're committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

If you're excited about this role but don't feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need:

Are you passionate about News/Talk-and the undeniable results the format delivers for advertisers? Do you thrive on developing new business and working directly with business owners and CEOs to solve real business challenges?
Are you energized by the opportunity to represent iHeartMedia's best-in-class News/Talk radio stations, influential hosts, and News/Talk-focused podcasts? Are your favorite "sports" politics and current events?
If so, we should talk.
iHeartMedia is building an elite News/Talk sales team, and we're looking for high-performing media sales professionals ready to take their careers-and earnings-to the next level. This role is for big thinkers with a proven sales track record, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to turn insights into revenue.
If you're a naturally curious problem solver who loves connecting strategy to results, this is your opportunity.

What You'll Do:

• Sell iHeartMedia's portfolio of News/Talk radio stations, local and national hosts, and News/Talk podcast

• Prospect and develop new business through proactive outreach and cold calling

• Build strong, consultative relationships with advertisers and decision-makers

• Ceate compelling, results-driven marketing solutions for clients

• Consistently maintain a strong pipeline by conducting 8-10 client/prospect meetings per week

• Work collaboratively from the iHeartMedia office in your local market

What You'll Need:

• 2-3+ years of direct sales experiencein radio, audio, or media sales

• A self-starter mentality with a strong "go-getter" attitude

• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

• Persuasive communicator with strong storytelling ability

• Highly organized, goal-oriented, and proactive in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable with cold calling and initiating outreach as part of lead generation

• Proficiency in Salesforce, Microsoft Office, and social networking platforms

• Ability to prioritize daily activities based on shifting business needs

• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and a high school diploma required
  (College degree preferred)

What you'll get

• You'll have the opportunity for uncapped commission, and the ability to grow business across all categories on a local, regional, and national level no matter where you live

• A 7-week onboarding program to immerse you in the suite of tools and products available to you

• The potential to be recognized in our annual iHeartMedia CEO's Club and iHeartMedia President's Club programs

• Access to competitive benefits including paid vacation and sick time, paid company holidays, a Spirit day to encourage the opportunity to more easily volunteer in their communities, company-paid mental health and financial education resources, 401(k) matching, learning and development resources, and career navigation support.

• Access to additional perks include pet (they're part of the family!), disaster, and legal insurance, student loan refinancing, and discounts on merchandise, tickets to events, and more.

• The support of fellow team members invested in your success.

Envision your first 30 days

• Week 1: Complete our onboarding journey for a deep understanding of our company, job-specific trainings and spend time with your team.

• Week 2: Spend more time with your manager to ensure you are aligned on work and communication styles, priorities, and any other expectations.

• Week 3: Start "owning" your role and leaning into the real day-to-day, of course with your manager's support and advocacy!

• Week 4: Prioritize a 30-day check-in to see what else you might need to be most successful in your new role.
  

Interested in learning more about iHeart and our platforms? Visit us at www.iHeartMedia.com to learn more about our company, www.iHeartRadio.com to access all your favorite music, radio, and podcasts, and download the free iHeartRadio app!

What You'll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Specialized knowledge of the media industry and related sales processes
• Ability to apply expertise in a complex sales environment to service large and/or national accounts
• Experience to anticipate customer needs based on advanced business knowledge and in depth understanding of customer's strategy
• Ease counseling and negotiating with senior executives
• Desire to stay abreast of emerging market trends and customer needs to expand relationships and trust
• Ability to guide others to solve complex problems using sophisticated analytical thought to identify innovating sales solutions
• Team leadership experience and/or a desire to act as a role model or mentor to develop others

Compensation:

This position will be paid on a 100% commission basis. Commission rates range from 4.0%-16.0%.

Location:

Burbank, CA: 3400 West Olive Avenue, Suite 550, 91505

Position Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Type:

Salaried

Benefits:

iHeartMedia's benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options

• Company provided and supplemental life insurance

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid company holidays

• A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community

• A 401K plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost - services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving

• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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